Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Bank of Thailand

Local banks are expected to raise interest rates this week following the Bank of Thailand's recent policy rate hike, while borrowers could face a normalisation of loan rates for next year.

Bangkok Post

10m foreign tourist target nears

The economy remains firmly on a path towards economic recovery despite growing uncertainties from inflation, geopolitical risks and a potential global recession next year, the finance minister said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Banks prudently mull rate adjustment

Banks are taking their time before making any decision on adjusting loan rates as next year there are several risks, particularly concern about a global recession and swelling household debt, despite reports of Thailand's economic recovery.

Bangkok Post

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Central bankers fear more volatile inflation

The global economy may be headed for a new era of volatile inflation, making it even more crucial to anchor expectations about where prices are headed, top central bank governors meeting in Bangkok warned on Friday.

Bangkok Post

BoT hikes policy rate as recovery gathers steam

The Bank of Thailand believes the country's economy will take off in the final quarter of this year and return to pre-pandemic growth levels.

Bangkok Post

Thai digital banking matures

Thai banks score among the best for customer retention on mobile banking, alongside counterparts in the US, China, India and the UK, according to a global survey by Deloitte Consulting.

Bangkok Post

Applications for hotel asset warehousing scheme decrease

The total number of hoteliers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic applying for the central bank's asset warehousing scheme has declined thanks to the rebound in the tourism sector, according to an executive at the Bank of Thailand (BoT).

Bangkok Post

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

One-stop centre to spur FDI in the offing

The government is establishing a new one-stop service centre to stimulate foreign direct investment and outlays on international headquarters and regional offices.

Bangkok Post

6 festivals to brighten up your world

As we get nearer to saying goodbye to 2022, Bangkok is brightening up with light installation festivals, hopefully ushering in a brighter 2023. We bring to light a list of events that will give you a sparkly buzz. Plus, there are a few selections outside the city if you need…

Bangkok Post

BoT frets over global conflicts, campaign pledges

Bank of Thailand governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput said he is concerned about the impact of geopolitical conflicts and the possible risk of what he described as "strange political campaigns" on the economy.

Bangkok Post

TMBThanachart Bank anticipates loan interest rate rise

TMBThanachart Bank (ttb) expects to increase its loan interest rates by at least 0.5-0.6% next year, in line with the Bank of Thailand's monetary policy normalisation.

Bangkok Post

Bank of Thailand still upbeat despite headwinds

The Thai economy will face more challenges next year amid global uncertainties, but its recovery remains on track, according to a Bank of Thailand (BoT) executive.

Bangkok Post

Baht set for relief as current-account swings to surplus

A better-than-expected rebound in foreign tourist arrivals, lower oil prices and sliding shipping costs are brightening the outlook for Thailand’s current account, potentially offering a reprieve for the country's currency trading near a 16-year low.

Bangkok Post

Central bank will stop allowing 100% mortgages

The Bank of Thailand will not extend the easing of loan-to-value (LTV) measures for mortgage loans as the economy is showing clearer signs of recovery.

Bangkok Post

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Bangkok Post

As exports rise, Bank of Thailand ends Covid support measures

Thailand recorded a current account surplus of $0.6 billion in September after a deficit of $3.5 billion the previous month, the central bank said on Monday as it announced the end of pandemic-era financial support measures.

Bangkok Post

Bank of Thailand continues push for digital currency

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) plans to take more time to develop its retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) to ensure it offers additional benefits to the financial system with good risk management.

Bangkok Post

BoT looks for cash deposit solutions

The Bank of Thailand intends to find solutions to make cash deposit machines (CDMs) more convenient, following new regulations from the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) on their use.

Bangkok Post

Deputy premier hopeful for 2023

Thailand's economy should not succumb to the global economic slowdown projected for next year, but rather continue its recovery propelled by new infrastructure development and increasing digital know-how among people, says Deputy Prime Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Bangkok Post

Bank of Thailand chief: External factors constraints for managing baht

The baht is moving in line with regional currencies, with external factor the main constraint for managing volatility, Bank of Thailand (BoT) governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput said on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

BoT: No unusual movements seen

The Bank of Thailand says it is not seeing unusual movements in capital flows and is closely monitoring the baht, which has slid to its weakest level against the dollar in more than 16 years.

Bangkok Post

An Asean country might be near a crisis

I am talking about an imaginary country which is a member of Asean. This country may or may not exist. To avoid unnecessary negative repercussions, this country shall remain nameless and be referred to as country "N" with its currency "D". This country is the star of Asean with a…

Bangkok Post

Tourism, consumption lead GDP growth

The economy is on course for continuous recovery driven by increasing tourism activities and active private consumption, with the growth rate expected to return to pre-Covid level by the end of this year or beginning of 2023, according to Anucha Burapachaisri, the government spokesman.

Bangkok Post

Bank of Thailand flags inflation risk from further baht decline

The country faces the risks of inflation quickening further from a 14-year high if the baht continues to weaken, according to the central bank.

Bangkok Post

Bank of Thailand says gradual rate hikes appropriate for now

Thailand's economy will continue to recover this year and in 2023 and gradual interest rate hikes remain appropriate though the policy can be adjusted if the outlook shifts from forecasts, the Bank of Thailand said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

BoT to hold hearings on virtual bank licences

The Bank of Thailand plans to hold a public hearing about virtual bank licensing early next year, in a move to expand access to financial services for underbanked and unbanked consumers.

1 … 3 4 5 6

People

Arkhom Termpittayapaisith

152 stories

Anucha Burapachaisri

130 stories

Supattanapong Punmeechaow

72 stories

Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

International Monetary Fund

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.